Memoir Of Isaac Forsyth, Bookseller In Elgin, 1768-1859

By Isaac Forsyth Macandrew

Book Overview

Memoir of Isaac Forsyth, Bookseller in Elgin, 1768-1859 is a biographical account of the life of Isaac Forsyth, a prominent bookseller in the Scottish town of Elgin during the 18th and 19th centuries. The book, written by Forsyth's great-grandson, MacAndrew, provides a detailed and intimate portrait of Forsyth's life, from his humble beginnings as the son of a shoemaker to his rise as a successful businessman and community leader.Through a combination of personal anecdotes, family stories, and historical research, MacAndrew paints a vivid picture of Forsyth's life and times, detailing his early struggles to establish himself as a bookseller, his involvement in the local literary and cultural scene, and his role in the town's civic life. Along the way, the book also explores the broader social and economic changes that shaped Scotland during this period, including the rise of the printing industry, the growth of the middle class, and the impact of the Industrial Revolution.Throughout the book, MacAndrew draws on a wealth of primary sources, including family letters, business records, and contemporary newspaper accounts, to bring Forsyth's story to life. He also provides a detailed bibliography and index, making this book an invaluable resource for anyone interested in the history of Scottish bookselling, the history of Elgin, or the broader social and economic changes of the 18th and 19th centuries. Overall, Memoir of Isaac Forsyth, Bookseller in Elgin, 1768-1859 is a fascinating and engaging portrait of a remarkable man and his times.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1163264261
• ISBN13: 9781163264263
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 198 Pages
• Weight: 0.60 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"